Nursery Practitioner

TeacherActive Ltd; Skipton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding support

CPD courses

High pay

Referral bonus

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd in Skipton is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join a welcoming nursery on a part-time basis with an immediate start. You will support children's learning and development, deliver engaging activities and bring enthusiasm and excitement to reading and storytelling, with EYFS principles in daily routines.

The role offers in-house training and competitive hourly pay of £14.25–£15.00, with opportunities to progress within the setting.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children within an Early Years setting
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• The ability to read and tell stories with passion, enthusiasm and excitement
• A genuine desire to learn, develop and progress
• A positive and caring approach to supporting young children

Responsibilities

• The Nursery Practitioner will support children's learning and development, deliver engaging activities and bring enthusiasm and excitement to experiences such as reading and storytelling.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Storytelling

Child engagement

Caring approach

Progression mindset

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

Are you a passionate Nursery Practitioner who can bring stories to life with enthusiasm and excitement?

Do you hold a minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification and enjoy creating engaging experiences for young children?

Are you looking to join a nursery where you can develop your skills, progress and benefit from in-house training?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a small and welcoming nursery in Skipton that provides a supportive environment for both children and staff. The nursery is passionate about creating engaging learning experiences and offers in-house training for practitioners who are keen to develop and progress.

The nursery is looking to take on a Nursery Practitioner on a part-time basis with an immediate start. The successful Nursery Practitioner will support children's learning and development, deliver engaging activities and bring enthusiasm and excitement to experiences such as reading and storytelling.

The successful Nursery Practitioner will have:

• Experience working with children within an Early Years setting
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• The ability to read and tell stories with passion, enthusiasm and excitement
• A genuine desire to learn, develop and progress
• A positive and caring approach to supporting young children

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Summary

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner

Location: Skipton

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.25 - £15.00 per hour

Nursery Practitioner

Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £14.25 to £15 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: BD23 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 1 Oct 2026 Closing date: 31 Oct 2026

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

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